Rocket Lab Plans Next Electron Launch Eight Days After Recent Mission
by Clarence Oxford
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 08, 2024

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) is set to launch its 52nd Electron mission, deploying a satellite for American space tech firm Capella Space.

Scheduled for a 14-day window starting August 11th, the mission will launch from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 on New Zealand's Mahia Peninsula. It aims to place Capella's Acadia-3 synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite into a 615km circular orbit, enhancing Capella's Earth observation constellation.

This launch marks Rocket Lab's 52nd Electron mission and follows just eight days after their previous mission on August 3rd. This rapid succession showcases Rocket Lab's ability to deliver quick turnaround launches for global satellite customers. The mission will be Rocket Lab's tenth launch of 2024, matching their record from 2023.

Rocket Lab will launch the Acadia-3 satellite for Capella, the fifth mission for this client, furthering Capella's Earth-imaging capabilities. Rocket Lab is also providing a custom extended fairing and a separation system for this mission.

'A Sky Full Of SARs' mission details:

- Launch window: NET Sunday August 11, NZST/UTC.
- Launch location: Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, Mahia.
- Launch Vehicle: Electron.
- Satellite Operator: Capella Space.
- Payload: SAR Earth-imaging Acadia satellite.
- Orbital Destination: 615km circular Earth orbit.

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